It’s hot outside, but we’re cool here at the library! Our Summer Reading Program, for all ages, is in full swing! If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still plenty of time to sign up, log your reading and earn a free book once you’ve read 1,000 minutes. The program ends on August 1. And…
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Features, April 2017
April events at the Ed Robson Branch Library
Wednesday, April 5, at 10:30 a.m. – Southern Arizona Cemeteries* Throughout the ages, we humans have had a need to mark the time and place where people make the final stop on their journey from this world to the next. Sometimes it is a simple cross on rock-covered earth, while others are elaborate tombstones which…
Generals, April 2017
Maricopa County Recorder places new kiosk in Ed Robson Library
The Maricopa County Recorder’s office placed an interactive recording kiosk at the Ed Robson Branch Library this month. The kiosk offers recording ability as well as other county services from these departments: Air Quality, Environmental Services and Planning and Development. The kiosk eliminates the need for residents to drive to downtown Phoenix to record…
Generals, January 2017
January at the Ed Robson Branch Library
Please join us in January for the following programs at the Ed Robson Library. Thursday, January 5 at 1:00 p.m. Task Force against Senior Abuse**** Arizona’s seniors are often vulnerable to physical abuse and neglect by caretakers and many times are specifically targeted by those attempting to defraud them through home repair, living trust scams,…
Generals, January 2017
Ed Robson Library needs volunteers
We’re looking for a few good volunteers to perform shelving duties, one shift a week, at our library. This involves shelving books, DVDs, music CDs and audiobooks, as well as shelf reading and straightening. Please be aware that there is bending and light lifting involved. If you’re interested, please come by the library at 9330…
Generals, December 2016
December at Ed Robson Library
Please join us for the following events in the month of December! Friday, December 2 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Literary Bingo for Adults Try our new twist on the traditional game of Bingo! Instead of matching numbers on a bingo card, you’ll be answering questions related to books and authors to win fun prizes. Registration required…
Generals, October 2016
October happenings at the Ed Robson Branch Library
Here’s what’s happening at the Ed Robson Library in October! Please plan to join us! Tuesday, October 4 at 1:00 p.m. – Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services Join us for an overview of the many benefits provided by the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services. Bill Phalen, from the local office in Chandler, will provide useful…
Generals, September 2016
September programs at Ed Robson Branch Library
Please plan to join us for the following events at the Ed Robson Library in Sun Lakes: Saturday, September 10 at 10:00 a.m. – Awesome Occupations! Meet a Firefighter!*** Ever wonder about the excitement and danger that goes into being a firefighter? What kind of training does a firefighter have to prepare for this vital…
Generals, August 2016
What’s happening at the Ed Robson Branch Library
Patty Dennehy, Library Paraprofessional The temperatures may be sizzling, but it’s cool and comfortable at the Library! Plan to join us for the following programs in August: Tuesday, August 9 at 1:00 p.m. Area Agency on Aging* Did you know that as a Maricopa County resident age 60 plus, you are eligible for a number…
Generals, July 2016
July events at the Ed Robson Branch Library
Tempe Wind Quintet – Friday, July 8 at 11:00 a.m.* Join us for an enthusiastic performance with a patriotic theme by the Tempe Wind Quintet. The group consists of five seasoned musicians that thoroughly enjoy performing together beginning with Susan Cottrell playing the horn, Lisa Dektor on the flute, Marty Haub performing the bassoon, Peter…